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3 days ago
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In latest bat flip flap, big league players side with Little Leaguer
NEW YORK -- Jazz Chisholm Jr., known for playing with flair, noticed when a Little Leaguer was suspended in baseball's latest bat flip flap. 'I thought that was ridiculous. You're going suspend a kid for having fun?" the New York Yankees All-Star infielder said Friday. 'Crazy.' Marco Rocco, a 12-year-old from Haddonfield, New Jersey, tossed his bat in the air on July 16 after his sixth-inning, two-run homer in the final of the sectional tournament for Haddonfield's under-12 team against Harrison Township on July 16. His father went to court and got the suspension eliminated. 'If it's a game-changing homer, it's fine. Even when I'm on the mound, it doesn't irk me. It's a human reaction and it's good for the game, just like a pitcher doing a fist pump after a big strikeout," said Toronto pitcher Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner. "I side-eye someone if they hit a solo shot and their team is down 5-0. That doesn't jive with me. I don't like it when opponents or teammates do that. I feel the same way about Little Leaguers.' Rocco was ejected for what his family was told were actions deemed 'unsportsmanlike' and 'horseplay,' and an ejection results in an automatic one-game suspension. His father, Joe, is a lawyer and his dad filed suit. Judge Robert G. Malestein of New Jersey Superior Court ruled in favor of the Roccos, and Marco played for Haddonfield against Elmora Little League in a 10-0 loss Thursday in the opener of a four-team, double-elimination tournament at the Deptford Township Little League complex. Marco went 0 for 2 with two strikeouts. 'I wish nobody would do a bat flip. I'm kind of traditional,' Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson said before adding, 'But let him play.' A staid sport for much of the 19th and 20th centuries, baseball has embraced emotion in recent years. José Bautista's bat flip against Texas in a 2015 AL Division Series was featured in the video game MLB The Show 16. 'It's a kid's game, Whether you're a kid or a major leaguer, we're in a have-fun era," Detroit catcher Jake Rogers said. "If you earn that moment, you earn that moment.'
Fox Sports
4 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
In latest bat flip flap, big league players side with Little Leaguer
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr., known for playing with flair, noticed when a Little Leaguer was suspended in baseball's latest bat flip flap. 'I thought that was ridiculous. You're going suspend a kid for having fun?" the New York Yankees All-Star infielder said Friday. 'Crazy.' Marco Rocco, a 12-year-old from Haddonfield, New Jersey, tossed his bat in the air on July 16 after his sixth-inning, two-run homer in the final of the sectional tournament for Haddonfield's under-12 team against Harrison Township on July 16. His father went to court and got the suspension eliminated. 'If it's a game-changing homer, it's fine. Even when I'm on the mound, it doesn't irk me. It's a human reaction and it's good for the game, just like a pitcher doing a fist pump after a big strikeout," said Toronto pitcher Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner. "I side-eye someone if they hit a solo shot and their team is down 5-0. That doesn't jive with me. I don't like it when opponents or teammates do that. I feel the same way about Little Leaguers.' Rocco was ejected for what his family was told were actions deemed 'unsportsmanlike' and 'horseplay,' and an ejection results in an automatic one-game suspension. His father, Joe, is a lawyer and his dad filed suit. Judge Robert G. Malestein of New Jersey Superior Court ruled in favor of the Roccos, and Marco played for Haddonfield against Elmora Little League in a 10-0 loss Thursday in the opener of a four-team, double-elimination tournament at the Deptford Township Little League complex. Marco went 0 for 2 with two strikeouts. 'I wish nobody would do a bat flip. I'm kind of traditional,' Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson said before adding, 'But let him play.' A staid sport for much of the 19th and 20th centuries, baseball has embraced emotion in recent years. José Bautista's bat flip against Texas in a 2015 AL Division Series was featured in the video game MLB The Show 16. 'It's a kid's game, Whether you're a kid or a major leaguer, we're in a have-fun era," Detroit catcher Jake Rogers said. "If you earn that moment, you earn that moment.' ___ AP Sports Writer Larry Lage contributed to this report. recommended Item 1 of 2 in this topic
Winnipeg Free Press
4 days ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
In latest bat flip flap, big league players side with Little Leaguer
NEW YORK (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr., known for playing with flair, noticed when a Little Leaguer was suspended in baseball's latest bat flip flap. 'I thought that was ridiculous. You're going suspend a kid for having fun?' the New York Yankees All-Star infielder said Friday. 'Crazy.' Marco Rocco, a 12-year-old from Haddonfield, New Jersey, tossed his bat in the air on July 16 after his sixth-inning, two-run homer in the final of the sectional tournament for Haddonfield's under-12 team against Harrison Township on July 16. His father went to court and got the suspension eliminated. 'If it's a game-changing homer, it's fine. Even when I'm on the mound, it doesn't irk me. It's a human reaction and it's good for the game, just like a pitcher doing a fist pump after a big strikeout,' said Toronto pitcher Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner. 'I side-eye someone if they hit a solo shot and their team is down 5-0. That doesn't jive with me. I don't like it when opponents or teammates do that. I feel the same way about Little Leaguers.' Rocco was ejected for what his family was told were actions deemed 'unsportsmanlike' and 'horseplay,' and an ejection results in an automatic one-game suspension. His father, Joe, is a lawyer and his dad filed suit. Judge Robert G. Malestein of New Jersey Superior Court ruled in favor of the Roccos, and Marco played for Haddonfield against Elmora Little League in a 10-0 loss Thursday in the opener of a four-team, double-elimination tournament at the Deptford Township Little League complex. Marco went 0 for 2 with two strikeouts. Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. 'I wish nobody would do a bat flip. I'm kind of traditional,' Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson said before adding, 'But let him play.' A staid sport for much of the 19th and 20th centuries, baseball has embraced emotion in recent years. José Bautista's bat flip against Texas in a 2015 AL Division Series was featured in the video game MLB The Show 16. 'It's a kid's game, Whether you're a kid or a major leaguer, we're in a have-fun era,' Detroit catcher Jake Rogers said. 'If you earn that moment, you earn that moment.' ___ AP Sports Writer Larry Lage contributed to this report.
Hamilton Spectator
4 days ago
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
In latest bat flip flap, big league players side with Little Leaguer
NEW YORK (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr., known for playing with flair, noticed when a Little Leaguer was suspended in baseball's latest bat flip flap. 'I thought that was ridiculous. You're going suspend a kid for having fun?' the New York Yankees All-Star infielder said Friday. 'Crazy.' Marco Rocco, a 12-year-old from Haddonfield, New Jersey, tossed his bat in the air on July 16 after his sixth-inning, two-run homer in the final of the sectional tournament for Haddonfield's under-12 team against Harrison Township on July 16. His father went to court and got the suspension eliminated. 'If it's a game-changing homer, it's fine. Even when I'm on the mound, it doesn't irk me. It's a human reaction and it's good for the game, just like a pitcher doing a fist pump after a big strikeout,' said Toronto pitcher Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner. 'I side-eye someone if they hit a solo shot and their team is down 5-0. That doesn't jive with me. I don't like it when opponents or teammates do that. I feel the same way about Little Leaguers.' Rocco was ejected for what his family was told were actions deemed 'unsportsmanlike' and 'horseplay,' and an ejection results in an automatic one-game suspension. His father, Joe, is a lawyer and his dad filed suit. Judge Robert G. Malestein of New Jersey Superior Court ruled in favor of the Roccos, and Marco played for Haddonfield against Elmora Little League in a 10-0 loss Thursday in the opener of a four-team, double-elimination tournament at the Deptford Township Little League complex. Marco went 0 for 2 with two strikeouts. 'I wish nobody would do a bat flip. I'm kind of traditional,' Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson said before adding, 'But let him play.' A staid sport for much of the 19th and 20th centuries, baseball has embraced emotion in recent years. José Bautista's bat flip against Texas in a 2015 AL Division Series was featured in the video game MLB The Show 16. 'It's a kid's game, Whether you're a kid or a major leaguer, we're in a have-fun era,' Detroit catcher Jake Rogers said. 'If you earn that moment, you earn that moment.' ___ AP Sports Writer Larry Lage contributed to this report.
New York Post
15-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Social media clowns Jazz Chisholm's woeful Home Run Derby: ‘Flyout derby'
Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a rough night at the Home Run Derby, but those scrolling through X after his outing are likely having a laughter-filled night. Social media had some major jokes after Chisholm hit just three home runs in the derby, eliminating him in the first round. MLB's official account sugarcoated Chisholm's abysmal performance by posting, 'Jazz Chisholm Jr. was here for the vibes,' which just led to even more jokes. Well, the Yankees star certainly wasn't there to win the derby, but he did have a smile on his face, so perhaps Chisholm was just there for the vibes. Chisholm's three home runs were the fewest of the first round by far, as Matt Olson's 15 were the next fewest. Jazz Chisholm hit just three home runs in the Home Run Derby. Getty Images But surprisingly enough, there have been worse performances in the past, and even from a fellow Yankee. In 2012, Robinson Cano did not hit a single homer in the contest. It was especially surprising as he had just won the contest a season prior. But for this year, Chisholm is the player living in infamy. Chisholm swung the bat 38 times en route to his three homers. 'Flyout derby,' some called Chisholm's night, while others wrote that Chisholm's outing would have been excellent had it been a 'double down the line derby' or a 'ground ball to first base contest.' One X user pointed out that Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers and Chisholm had the same number of home runs in the last two days — only Stowers was not even in the derby. He smashed three in Miami's 11-1 win over the Orioles on Sunday. And it wasn't just Chisholm as the butt of the jokes, some Yankees were caught in the crossfire, too. One fan posted a mockery of what Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who is known for having his players' backs, would've said about Chisholm's performance. 'Aaron Boone: 'I thought Jazz had the best round of anyone in the Derby,'' the user joked. Chisholm has displayed his power when it matters most, though, as he has hit 17 homers so far this season. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Others poked fun at shortstop Anthony Volpe, who has struggled lately for New York, and Jasson Dominguez, who has his fair share of struggles playing in the outfield. 'Touching tribute as Jazz honors Anthony Volpe with his performance,' a user wrote. 'They should've put Jasson Dominguez in RF when Jazz went up so he could get some extra reps in,' another posted. While he didn't show his power well in the derby, Chisholm has 17 homers across 65 games this season.
